BY TONY IROGA
The much-anticipated Bulk Shop Annual Community Futsal League is set to kick-off on May 6, with a total of 32 teams officially registered and confirmed for this year’s competition.
The strong number of participating teams highlights the growing popularity of futsal within the community, as clubs and young players prepare to showcase their talent in what is expected to be a highly competitive tournament.
The statement from Sport and Leadership Training (SALT) said six community teams remain on the waiting list.
“This marks an increase from last year’s 24 participating teams, highlighting the league’s rapid growth and impact within the community,” the statement said.
The statement said the 32 teams will be divided into two pools of 16 teams each. The top four teams from each pool will advance to the quarterfinal stage, followed by semifinals and the grand final.
“The winners of each pool will receive $6,000. Prize breakdown, the winner will receive $30,000 prize while 1st Runner Up will receive $16,000 and followed by the 2nd Runner Up $10,000 and finally 3rd Runner-Up will receive $8,000,” the statement said.
SALT said both finalists of this year’s Bulk Shop League will earn promotion opportunities, competing against the bottom two teams of the SIFF Super League 2026 for a place in the top division.
“Bulk Shop has significantly increased its support to $104,000.00 this year towards community futsal league and championship, contributing a total of $76,000 toward the league and $28,000.00 for the Bulk Shop championship pre-season demonstrating strong commitment to community sports development,” the statement said.
SALT thanks Bulk Shop for its continued investment in futsal development across the country.
“Sincere gratitude to NSC, The Centre Dural, Bible Way Centre, and Raiwai Gospel for supporting the vision of using futsal as a positive platform to engage children and youth throughout the Solomon Islands,” the statement said.
Photo credit: SALT
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